130	BAND III
Length/Credit	1 year
Prerequisite	Wind Ensemble is designed for students who have successfully completed Band II or the equivalent. Placement will be determined by the instructor. Auditions may be necessary.
Other Info	This course can be multi-graded.
Location	Chinook, Highland, International, Odle, Tillicum, Tyee
Band III (Middle School Wind Ensemble) is a performance-based course which requires student participation in day and evening performances. Through large and small ensemble work, our band students will be provided the opportunity to learn self-discipline, accountability, group cohesiveness, and commitment. New information the students will acquire include compound meters, advanced articulation patterns, and form. Students will experience further development in tone, rhythm, balance, blend, and music history. Through the study of different time periods and styles, students will understand music as a form of communication which will expand their ability to listen, analyze, and discuss the Arts. Pacing Guide